Food 4.5/5 Drinks 3.5/5…read more Dessert 3/5 Came back to Next Door Provisions since they are easily my favorite Filipino spot in the area so far. Bonus points to them for being so pup-friendly! The Kare-Kare is still just as amazing as I remembered. I love that they rotate their menu, which gave us the perfect excuse to try a few new dishes this time around: Fishballs (4.75/5): These had a great texture that felt more like a fish cake, and the sauce pairing was delish Crab Rice (4.5/5): Really enjoyed this! It had a delicious flavor and a rich, risotto-style consistency NY Strip (4/5): A solid, basic steak. Nothing incredibly unique about it, but it was still well-cooked and tasty Eggplant Omelette / Tortang Talong (3.75/5): Decent, but this one just wasn't particularly to my personal taste. Ube Cheesecake (3/5): You can definitely taste the authentic ube flavor, but the texture was a bit grainy and the sweetness level was a little too high for me. Note on drinks: We tried the Watermelon Lemonade, Mango Guava, and Thai Iced Tea, they all lean quite sweet, which isn't my personal preference, and they serve coffee from Lavazza. But my friends enjoyed their bevs! Still one of my absolute go-tos in the area

The most beautiful bibingka pancake ever with a salted egg filling...from a local gem serving…read moreFilipino-inspired brunch in Jersey City. This is a cozy, mom-and-pop restaurant run by a husband-and-wife duo, where Chef Ruby Felix-Curtis is the mastermind behind all the creative fusion dishes. I honestly want to try EVERY SINGLE ITEM on the menu. ＊Longanizza Sliders $16 Weekend special. As a longanizza lover, this might be the best slider I've had in a long time. Super juicy pork patty with bang bang sauce. Heard there's a chance it'll stay on the regular menu if enough people show it some love! ＊Kare Kare Mafaldini $28 Inspired by Filipino kare kare, they toss fresh handmade malfadini in a rich peanut sauce with shrimp paste instead of serving it over rice. The sauce takes 6 hours to make, and the beef brisket is braised for 3 hours. Truly a labor of love! Even the Peruvian pepper was so juicy I wanted more. ＊Bibingka Pancake $17 Every table ordered the bibingka pancake. Our jaws literally dropped when it arrived. MASSIVE, super fluffy, moist, and packed with salted egg (both the yolk and the white!). Though we did find it a little too salty after a few bites. We had leftovers for two more meals.

Came to visit some friends and their newborn so we decided to order some take out. We don't have…read moregreat Malaysian food near us so it's always a treat to find it elsewhere. Came to pick up and was greeted and promptly acknowledged as soon as I came in. Quickly got my food and had a pleasant interaction with the lady/Manager. tried all the standard fare like Roti canai, skewers, fried rice, char kway teow, etc. everything was delicious, including the oily rice. Hit the spot so well I forgot to take a picture. Was thinking about getting more to go for my trip home, but I will just have to come back. Great spot and would definitely try eating there next time.

We stopped at Mamak House on our way to the Liberty Science Center. First of all the service was…read moretop notch. We got there just before they opened for lunch and they were very gracious about it. They let us in early and seated us with a smile. We were also there with our little baby and the waitress was so sweet to him. I really appreciated how kind and patient they were with us. The restaurant is really no-frills but I still enjoyed the vibe. It seems like they have a lot of regulars, and the restaurant quickly filled up with large tables for lunch. We ordered the Hainanese Chicken, the Kari Mee, and the Roti Canai. I really liked the Hainanese Chicken and the rice it came with was delicious. It was cooked perfectly and was so tender and comforting. I also really enjoyed the Kari Mee. I was so flavorful and full of chicken and veggies. The broth was rich, and just what I expected. I also enjoyed the Roti Canai, but I feel like the bread was a little too crispy and we totally made a mess at the table. It was also hard to dip because it just kept flaking apart. The curry for the roti also could've been thicker, but overall this dish was also amazing. Definitely worth the pit stop!

A Decade of Love on a Plate: A Local Favorite That Punches Above Its Weight…read more This place is the definition of a neighborhood gem--the kind you almost want to keep secret, yet can't stop yourself from praising. Cheap and cheerful on the surface, it punches way above its weight class, delivering inventive, clean, Asian-inspired food that's masterfully cooked by clearly skilled hands--and made with real love. I've been coming back year after year for most of this restaurant's 10-year lifespan, and that consistency is no accident. Every dish tastes intentional, thoughtful, and deeply satisfying, with a clear goal: to feed people love on a plate. It's a super veggie/vegan friendly that easily wins over even my "meat and potatoes" husband--who happily cleans his plate every time. In an era where genuine hospitality feels increasingly rare, Perry single-handedly restored my faith that quality service is not extinct. Warm, attentive, and authentically kind, Perry makes every guest feel seen, welcome, and cared for--without pretense or attitude. This is food that nourishes, service that uplifts, and a place that keeps you coming back not just for the flavors, but for how it makes you feel. A true neighborhood treasure.

I've seen this restaurant circling my YELP for the last few months and put it on my "want to try"…read morelist. This place is absolutely solid! If you're looking for good flavorful food options, this has got to be on your "must try" list, I genuinely do not think you'll be disappointed. I ordered the blueberry lemon iced tea, maitake mushroom medley with the option of udon noodles & added chicken, the coconut curry with the option of ramen noodles and the rice pudding with caramel sauce for dessert. First things first, my absolute FAVORITE thing about this restaurant is the food contains no GMO's no preservatives, pink Himalayan salt to season and NO REFINED sugars- only agave and palm sugar to sweeten. I WISH I would've known about this spot sooner JUST for that detail alone. I am always on the hunt for a place that offers refined sugar free options, and with that comes this level of safety knowing what I am consuming has a heath standard/holistic approach to meet and me not having to feel guilty or worrisome after a meal. Absolute 10/10 in that aspect. I saw a few reviews mention the blueberry lemon iced tea, as someone not even a fan of lemonade I decided to give it a try. Let's just say, I was slow sipping my drinks to not finish it all and avoid getting another in the same sitting lol. It's well balanced, not sour, blueberry flavor is present and knowing it's sweetened with agave led to guilt free pleasure. Would recommend everyone to try it, even if you're not a fan of lemonade like I am. Another mention, lemonade tends to make my throat dry, due to its sourness and tanginess and that didn't happen at all. Think the blueberry was more prominent than the lemon, it was really enjoyable. The curry ramen was a highlight! If your a fan of curry, I think you def have got to try this. I actually didn't get it (my partner did) because I didn't wanna be let down, but it was absolutely delicious. I got the maitake medley udon noddles with added chicken and what a blast of flavor. It had veggies, mushrooms, chicken, udon, eggs, kimchi and was extremely flavorful. I was very surprised that each element of the dish had its own flavor and spice that really jumped out, but paired well together. The least favorite thing for me on this platter was the eggs. Just your standard egg, I'm a fan of soy-marinated eggs on my noodles and not a fan of regular boiled eggs, but they are always an added protein plus! One honorary note, is the kimchi. I like kimchi, don't love it, but this was the best kimchi I have ever had. I even ordered a side to go. Another cool thing is the food is cooked fresh, right in front of you. Tbh, we were the only ones in there at 6 PM and food took quite a while, but I appreciate and prefer freshness over quickness always. The rice pudding is light and the homemade refunded sugar-free caramel addition makes it so much better. As there were only two options of dessert on the menu (rice pudding & matcha ice cream) I decided to give it a go although I'm not really a fan of rice pudding. Was it amazing? No. Would I get it again? Possibly. This place was on the pricier side I would say. My bowl of maitake mushroom w/chicken (added chicken being a $6.50 dollar up charge) was $34. Worth it for that price point? Not really, but good none the less. I also ordered a small side of kimchi (the small clear containers) and that was $7 which I think is crazy, but also it was good. For a better price point, I might've asked for a jar lol. Customer service- the workers were nice, but not really personable, which I don't really care for much, but bringing this up because there was this sense that maybe I shouldn't be in there or they just possibly didn't want to work. I tipped nonetheless, but for being the only couple or people in there I thought we would be greeted by everyone, just a simple acknowledgement, but it felt more like we were bothering them by walking in. I understand that people have their days and you have no clue what someone is going through personally, but it was distinct enough to mention- especially as someone who never really comments on the customer service aspect. I see through it cuz the food was great! Something about it was also just a let down, but I can't put my finger on it. Although it was good, I don't see myself frequenting this place. Maybe the price point is deterring me, but I do think it's worth a try!

Wanted to come back and update my review a few weeks back and forgot . I stopped coming here…read morebecause the service went down. They changed a few menu items, charged more for less and overall wasn't worth it. I ordered a salad with bulgogi and I got trash. Dry bits of salad that looked old, a little bit of meat just thrown into a container. Disappointed in them as they started off strong and I thought they would be a nice addition to the community. I initially gave them 5 when they opened due to fast service and plenty of food for their expensive prices up until they changed and I guess went a different route . The owner gave me a call but he was STANDING there when his co-worker served it . like bro anyway my friends and I will not be returning . The onigiri was the first issue, now this was our last straw

The food is fresh and delicious, the price is reasonable, and the staff is friendly! My personal…read morefavorite is the Korean BBQ Chicken. It's delicious and just the right thing to have. Be sure to enjoy it with some delicious tea and rice. The atmosphere is simple and relaxing, so it's perfect for a leisurely meal. Highly recommended! 料理は新鮮で美味しく、値段も手頃で、スタッフもフレンドリーです！個人的に一番のお気に入りは韓国風バーベキューチキン。美味しくて、まさにうってつけです。ぜひ、おいしーお茶とご飯と一緒にお召し上がりください。雰囲気もシンプルでリラックスできるので、ゆったりと食事をするのにぴったりです。おすすめです！

Had an amazing experience at Cellar 335. The vibes and ambience were great from the moment we…read morewalked in, and the staff made the whole experience even better ,everyone was super friendly and attentive. The food was delicious, and the drinks were generously sized and well worth it. For two people with drinks, the pricing was actually pretty reasonable for the quality and portions you get. Bill came out to $100. I prefer the Waygu bun burgers, the pitcher of rum, my friend got the wings and edamame. One thing to keep in mind: if you go during peak hours, expect a bit of a wait since it gets pretty packed. I'd recommend going during a less busy time if you want to avoid that. Overall, easy 5/5 for me. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to!

Food (5/5): Really delicious Asian fusion food. We enjoyed the kimchi fried rice, Tikka masala…read moredumplings, and the beef shank bao buns. Everything was so flavorful and delicious. The drinks looked creative as well so maybe have to try in the future. Service (5/5): Very friendly and nice service. Food came out at a good pace and we had no issues. Ambiance (5/5): Very cool tiki vibe ambiance. Tons of great art along the walls.

This is a very quirky restaurant with great food…read more It's fun for a casual night. The restaurant is run by one guy who is the chef and waiter. You have to wait until it is your turn for him to cook your food. The menu is confusing and difficult to understand, but basically it is pad thai, noodle soup or a crepe all with your choice of protein. We had the beef crepe and chicken pad thai. Both were excellent.

Prince & I feels less like a restaurant and more like being invited into someone's home for dinner…read more-- in the best way possible. From the moment we walked in, the owner personally seated us and ended up cooking our food himself. He has a quirky, memorable personality that adds to the charm of the whole experience. It's the kind of place where you can tell the food is made with intention rather than being rushed out of a big commercial kitchen. The dishes were packed with flavor and tasted very authentic. You can really tell the ingredients and spices are balanced the way Thai food should be -- bold, savory, a little spicy, and deeply satisfying. Everything we ordered had great texture and presentation as well. Overall, it was a unique dining experience with authentic flavors and a memorable host. If you're looking for a polished corporate restaurant this isn't it -- but if you want something personal, quirky, and genuinely delicious, Prince & I is absolutely worth visiting. Would definitely come back!!

We came here with our friends for a double dinner date. All…read moreof us had been here before but several years ago and although not a bad experience, did not have a memorable one. WOW, did our opinions change! We ordered several dishes to share including the Vegan Summer Roll, Hokkaido Scallop Crudo, Chilean Sea Bass Chả Cá, Crispy Eggplant, Crab Garlic Noodles and Viet Cajun Prawns. The husbands also ordered the Hanoi Gimlet and added gin which we brought. The Summer Rolls were crisp, fresh and flavorful. The Eggplant was rich - bursting with flavor and had a delicate tempura batter. The Crudo was creamy yet delicate and very pretty. The Chilean Sea Bass was cooked to perfection. The Crab Garlic Noodles Stole the show with intense flavor and sooooo much crab meat with a caviar surprise! The only dish that fell a little short were the Prawns. The flavor was delicious but the prawns were very small and not very many. We absolutely will return to this delicious BYOB.

I ordered the sea bass and the pho, and I can honestly say it was the best pho I've had in New…read moreYork. The broth was truly rich and deeply flavorful -- you can tell it was made with care, not just built up with add-ins. A big thank you to the chef for such a thoughtful approach to the food, and to our lovely server for the warm and attentive service. I'll definitely be coming back.

Hidden gem in deep jersey city! The food and service were…read moregreat! for the banh mi, I really liked how the bread was a little crispy and warm. for the pho, the broth was flavourful and the portion was good!

I'd give this a 4.5 if I could for consistency…read more The pho (on a good day) is the best in the area by far. Sometimes it's watery and not as aromatic as others. Sometimes they also send two miniature pcs of basil, which don't quite do the trick when you want to add herbs to your pho. Spring rolls are dank. Super consistent and crispy. The rice bowls are great too, but very pricey for the value (also inconsistent in portion size and flavor). Overall solid 4.5 order often and will continue to. Noice.